Geography, at it's very basis, is the study of where. It is the study of people, places, and environment.
There are some great websites that can be used to teach geography skills.
Some of these are:
Longitude and Latitude
This link is to a great game that helps students learn the difference between latitude and longitude and gives them the opportunity to practice it. I have observed students using this game during a lesson and not only did the students really enjoy playing it, it really did help them grasp the concepts of latitude and longitude.
Geography Games
This link is to a site with lots of games about placing various regions and places in the appropriate parts to help build geographical literacy.
A really excellent way to teach geography in schools is by studying the various cultures. Following are some resources to do this.
Stories From Around the World by Heather Amery
The United States Cookbook by Joan D'Amico and Karen Eich Drummond
There are some great websites that can be used to teach geography skills.
Some of these are:
Longitude and Latitude
This link is to a great game that helps students learn the difference between latitude and longitude and gives them the opportunity to practice it. I have observed students using this game during a lesson and not only did the students really enjoy playing it, it really did help them grasp the concepts of latitude and longitude.
Geography Games
This link is to a site with lots of games about placing various regions and places in the appropriate parts to help build geographical literacy.
A really excellent way to teach geography in schools is by studying the various cultures. Following are some resources to do this.